Spring 2023 Research Assistant position with the Child
Development Lab!
Spring
2023 Undergraduate Research Assistant Position
Description:
The University of Maryland's Child Development
Laboratory,
under the direction of Dr. Nathan Fox, is now accepting applications for Spring 2023 undergraduate research assistants! Successful applicants
will work on projects funded by the National Institutes of Health. Our studies
examine the effects of temperament on social and cognitive development using a
variety of neurological and behavioral methods. This position involves
assisting with study visits, and research assistants will gain experience with
behavioral coding, electroencephalogram (EEG) collection, electrocardiogram
(ECG or EKG) collection, taking part in research discussions, and play an
active role in behavioral and physiological data collection. Social and biological science-related field majors are
encouraged to apply.
This position requires a flexible schedule, including weekend and evening
availability. Accepted applicants will have the opportunity to work on several
studies going on in the lab. Many of our undergraduate research assistants
present at the annual Undergraduate Research Day. The position requires
attention to detail, proper time management, and excellent interpersonal
skills. We ask for a two semester commitment, but space is not guaranteed. Credit is available for PSYC 479, BSCI 399, EDHD 498, & PHSC
389 for those interested!
Responsibilities:
-6 hours per week in lab
-Behavioral coding
-EEG collection
-ECG/EKG collection
-Research discussions
-Behavioral and physiological data collection
-Assisting with study visits
Qualifications:
-Experience working or completing
research with infants, children, and adolescents is preferred but not required.
How to Apply:
Interested individuals should fill out the following link with their (1) resume
and (2) an unofficial transcript. https://forms.gle/mLQiwHnKtkLwYw95A
Questions?
Contact Jazmine Wedlock (jwedlock@umd.edu)
University of
Maryland- College Park
Human Development
and Quantitative Methodology
Child Development
Lab
Seneca Building
Phone: (1)
301-405-8315
